Forostar
Ancient Mariner
valacirca said:the bleak atmosphere of the album is something that some fans just didn't get used to.
Never ever read that argument on any forum or newsgroup.
valacirca said:the bleak atmosphere of the album is something that some fans just didn't get used to.
Forostar said:That makes two. In 13 years or so.
Forostar said:No. Vala doesn't understand what I said, or he acts like he didn't understand it.
I am not shocked by the description. I have never seen that description used as reason (argument) to like the album less than others.
Reasons always were: long intros, long songs, bad singer, bad sound, etc etc.
I never read that this album is too dark for many fans, or that Blaze's voice was too dark or bleak, like you and the other guy stated. The review doesn't say this either.
So please read more carefully and don't change my words, in your favour, Vala. The only thing I did was denying what you and he said.
These are your own opinions but don't speak for a group that doesn't exist.
"The problem with this album is the somberness that I mentioned before. It makes everything come off as boring." (link)
"This overall pessimistic atmosphere provides the album with an anti - commercial touch, and that is the main reason why a lot of fans found it difficult to comprehend."
"Maybe the guys wanted to make a record that sounds dark and haunting, but it all comes across as utterly dull and whiny."
Jeffmetal said:Sorry, but to me playing safe is to say that the album is shit just because Bruce isn't on it and saying the best songs of both Blaze albums are the ones Bruce sang live. This is much more easy to make it looks one is a Maiden fan by saying what is of common sense.
Of course you're a great Maiden fan, bornless1, but The X Factor is one of the greatest albums of the 90's. I really pity those who couldn't grasp it 'cos it's dark, melancholic, intense and in the face. It makes you think about you inner self, indeed. The subject appeals to every single person.
...oh the irony...bornless1 said:Hahahahahahahahahahahaha. It isn't even "MAIDEN" Trolling much dude?